Question of the Week | Best Hypoglycemia Treatment according to 2024 ADA Standards?
The 2024 ADA Standards of Care includes expanded content on the prevention and treatment of hypoglycemia.
Based on the updated guidelines for the treatment of hypoglycemia, which of the following is true?
- If blood glucose is less than 70 mg/dL, treat with a combination of fast acting glucose and protein to sustain blood glucose levels.
- Avoid use of glucagon emergency treatment for those with type 2 diabetes to prevent rebound hyperglycemia.
- In community settings, check blood sugar to verify hypoglycemia before providing glucagon emergency treatment.
- If individual has one or more episode of clinically significant hypoglycemia, consider short-term relaxation of glucose goals.
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Airs live on February 1st, 2024, at 11:30 am PT
Objectives:
- A review of changes & updates to the annual ADA Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes.
- Identification of key elements of the position statement.
- Discussion of how diabetes educators can apply this information in their clinical setting.
Intended Audience: This course is a knowledge-based activity designed for individuals or groups of diabetes professionals, including RNs, RDs, Pharmacists, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Physician Assistants, and other healthcare providers interested in staying up to date on current practices of care for people with prediabetes, diabetes, and other related conditions.
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Instructor: Beverly Thomassian RN, MPH, CDCES, has been Board Certified in Advanced Diabetes Management for over 20 years. She is an Associate Clinical Professor at UCSF, a working educator, and a nationally recognized diabetes expert. She has a Master’s Degree in Public Health from UCLA, with a focus on behavioral health and education.
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The use of DES products does not guarantee the successful passage of the certification exam. CBDCE and ADCES do not endorse any preparatory or review materials for the CDCES or BC-ADM exams, except for those published by CBDCE & ADCES.
Question of the Week | Which is an Accurate 2024 ADA Standard?
Which of the following is an accurate new 2024 ADA Standard of Care?
The new ADA 2024 Standards of Care include dozens of updates to diabetes clinical practice. Which of the following statements has actually been added to the ADA 2024 Standards of Care?
- Evaluate B12 levels for Individuals on long-term metformin therapy at least yearly.
- Screen people with diabetes, caregivers, and family for diabetes distress at least annually.
- Provide COVID 19 immunizations annually to people with diabetes starting at age 18.
- Test for type 1 autoimmunity annually starting at age 5 for those with family history of autoimmune conditions.
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Level 1 | Diabetes Fundamentals
Airs live on January 11th-30th, 2024, at 11:30 am PT
Class Topics & Webinar Dates:
- January 11, 2024 – Class 1: Getting to the Nitty Gritty | 1.5 CEs
- January 16, 2024 – Class 2: Nutrition & Exercise 1.5 | CEs
- January 18, 2024 – Class 3: Meds Overview for Type 2 | 1.5 CEs
- January 23, 2024 – Class 4: Insulin Therapy & Pattern Management | 1.75 CEs
- January 25, 2024 –Class 5: Goals of Care & Lower Extremity Assessment | 1.5 CEs
- January 30, 2024 – Class 6: Hypoglycemia, Sick Days, & Monitoring | 1.5 CEs
Intended Audience: This library of critical information is designed for individuals or groups of diabetes specialists, including RNs, RDs, Pharmacists, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Physician Assistants, and other healthcare providers interested in staying up to date on current practices of care for people with diabetes and preparing for the CDCES Certification Exam.
Can’t make it live? No worries. We will send post the recorded version to the Online University within 24 hours of the broadcast
Instructor: Beverly Thomassian RN, MPH, CDCES, has been Board Certified in Advanced Diabetes Management for over 20 years. She is an Associate Clinical Professor at UCSF, a working educator, and a nationally recognized diabetes expert. She has a Master’s Degree in Public Health from UCLA, with a focus on behavioral health and education.
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Accreditation: Diabetes Education Services is an approved provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider 12640, and our CPEU courses have received Prior Approval* from the Commission of Dietetic Registration (CDR), Provider DI002. Since our CPEU courses received Prior approval* from the CDR, these CPEU courses satisfy the CE requirements for the CDCES /BC-ADM regardless of your profession!
The use of DES products does not guarantee the successful passage of the certification exam. CBDCE and ADCES do not endorse any preparatory or review materials for the CDCES or BC-ADM exams, except for those published by CBDCE & ADCES.
Question of the Week | Post Holiday Guilt – How to address?
AR is 15 years old and uses an automated insulin delivery (AID) system to manage their diabetes.
They tell you they feel so guilty about all the food and sweets they ate during the holidays and have been trying to get back on track. What is the best response?
- Don’t worry about it, the insulin pump will keep your blood sugars on goal.
- Shall I make an appointment with our mental health specialist so you can explore your feelings?
- Sounds like you could benefit from a healthy eating coaching session?
- Lots of people have a tough time eating healthy during the holidays. What was hardest for you?
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Level 1 | Diabetes Fundamentals
Airs live on January 11th-30th, 2024, at 11:30 am PT
Class Topics & Webinar Dates:
- January 11, 2024 – Class 1: Getting to the Nitty Gritty | 1.5 CEs
- January 16, 2024 – Class 2: Nutrition & Exercise 1.5 | CEs
- January 18, 2024 – Class 3: Meds Overview for Type 2 | 1.5 CEs
- January 23, 2024 – Class 4: Insulin Therapy & Pattern Management | 1.75 CEs
- January 25, 2024 –Class 5: Goals of Care & Lower Extremity Assessment | 1.5 CEs
- January 30, 2024 – Class 6: Hypoglycemia, Sick Days, & Monitoring | 1.5 CEs
Intended Audience: This library of critical information is designed for individuals or groups of diabetes specialists, including RNs, RDs, Pharmacists, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Physician Assistants, and other healthcare providers interested in staying up to date on current practices of care for people with diabetes and preparing for the CDCES Certification Exam.
Can’t make it live? No worries. We will send post the recorded version to the Online University within 24 hours of the broadcast
Instructor: Beverly Thomassian RN, MPH, CDCES, has been Board Certified in Advanced Diabetes Management for over 20 years. She is an Associate Clinical Professor at UCSF, a working educator, and a nationally recognized diabetes expert. She has a Master’s Degree in Public Health from UCLA, with a focus on behavioral health and education.
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Question of the Week | New ADA 2024 Standards – Meds for Type 2 Diabetes
Based on the newly released 2024 American Diabetes Association (ADA) Standards of Care, which of the following statements is NOT accurate regarding treatment for hyperglycemia?
- Semaglutide and tirzepatide have the highest weight loss efficacy.
- Metformin may be only safely used in people with an estimated GFR of 45 or greater.
- Avoid dual GIP and GLP-1 RA therapy in people with gastroparesis.
- Consider combination therapy in people presenting with A1C levels 1.5–2.0% above goal.
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Meds Management Update for Type 2 Diabetes
Airs live on December 21st, 2023, at 11:30 am PT
Topics:
- Describe the role of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists in advocating for optimal therapeutic approaches.
- Discuss the application of the new ADA/EASD Guidelines to improve glucose and reduce CV and renal risk.
- List strategies to initiate & adjust oral & injectable therapy using a person-centered approach.
In this exciting webinar, Coach Beverly walks participants through the “Management of Hyperglycemia in Type 2 Diabetes” as outlined by the most recent American Diabetes Association (ADA) guidelines. She kicks-it off with a brief overview of the different classes of medications then uses a case study approach to apply the ADA algorithm.
Can’t make it live? No worries. We will send post the recorded version to the Online University within 24 hours of the broadcast
Instructor: Beverly Thomassian RN, MPH, CDCES, has been Board Certified in Advanced Diabetes Management for over 20 years. She is an Associate Clinical Professor at UCSF, a working educator, and a nationally recognized diabetes expert. She has a Master’s Degree in Public Health from UCLA, with a focus on behavioral health and education.
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The use of DES products does not guarantee the successful passage of the CDCES exam. CBDCE does not endorse any preparatory or review materials for the CDCES exam, except for those published by CBDCE.
Question of the Week | Best approach with Low Literacy?
Which of the following strategies is most effective when working with someone with low literacy skills?
- Be concrete and focus on problem solving.
- Speak slowly and clearly.
- Direct the teaching to the support person and encourage reinforcement.
- Underline key points on educational materials.
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How to Assess Well-Being | From Populations to Individuals
Airs live on December 19th, 2023, at 11:30 am PT
Topics:
- State strategies to assess & address social determinants of health.
- Discuss healthcare delivery systems using a person-centered approach.
- List screening tools that can help detect depression, trauma, & cognitive decline.
- Describe psycho-social & emotional barriers to diabetes self-management.
- Provide strategies for healthcare professionals to identify & overcome barriers to self-care.
Providing exceptional diabetes care and education begins with our first meeting with an individual with diabetes. Coach Beverly will delve into person-centered interview approaches, including assessing social determinants of health, motivational interviewing & practical communication approaches. This course offers critical content that will help with certification exam success.
Can’t make it live? No worries. We will send post the recorded version to the Online University within 24 hours of the broadcast
Instructor: Beverly Thomassian RN, MPH, CDCES, has been Board Certified in Advanced Diabetes Management for over 20 years. She is an Associate Clinical Professor at UCSF, a working educator, and a nationally recognized diabetes expert. She has a Master’s Degree in Public Health from UCLA, with a focus on behavioral health and education.
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Meds Management Update for Type 2 Diabetes
Airs live on December 21st, 2023, at 11:30 am PT
Topics:
- Describe the role of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists in advocating for optimal therapeutic approaches.
- Discuss the application of the new ADA/EASD Guidelines to improve glucose and reduce CV and renal risk.
- List strategies to initiate & adjust oral & injectable therapy using a person-centered approach.
In this exciting webinar, Coach Beverly walks participants through the “Management of Hyperglycemia in Type 2 Diabetes” as outlined by the most recent American Diabetes Association (ADA) guidelines. She kicks-it off with a brief overview of the different classes of medications then uses a case study approach to apply the ADA algorithm.
Can’t make it live? No worries. We will send post the recorded version to the Online University within 24 hours of the broadcast
Instructor: Beverly Thomassian RN, MPH, CDCES, has been Board Certified in Advanced Diabetes Management for over 20 years. She is an Associate Clinical Professor at UCSF, a working educator, and a nationally recognized diabetes expert. She has a Master’s Degree in Public Health from UCLA, with a focus on behavioral health and education.
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The use of DES products does not guarantee the successful passage of the CDCES exam. CBDCE does not endorse any preparatory or review materials for the CDCES exam, except for those published by CBDCE.
Question of the Week | What is the difference between CDCES vs. BC-ADM?
What best describes the difference between a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) and a person Board Certified in Advanced Diabetes Management (BC-ADM)?
- A bachelor’s degree or higher is required to obtain a CDCES.
- BC-ADMs are responsible for increased complexity in decision making.
- With an advanced degree, BC-ADM’s are qualified to set up an independent practice.
- The main difference is that BC-ADM’s prescribe medications based on diagnosis.
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CDCES or BC-ADM, Which Certification is Right for Me?
Airs live on December 13th, 2023, at 11:30 am PT
Topics:
- Discuss the similarities and differences between the CDCES and BC-ADM credentials.
- CDCES or certified diabetes care and education specialist
- BC-ADM or board certification in advanced diabetes management
- List the academic and experiential qualifications to take both exams.
- Explore which certification best match your personal and professional goals.
- Describe the steps to study and prepare for exam success for both certifications.
Coach Beverly is excited to share her insights on determining the best certification choice and the pathway to success. She will share her personal journey on achieving both her CDCES and BC-ADM over 20 years ago and how these credentials have impacted her opportunities as a diabetes specialist and president of her own company. We hope you can join us!
Can’t make it live? No worries. We will send post the recorded version to the Online University within 24 hours of the broadcast
Instructor: Beverly Thomassian RN, MPH, CDCES, has been Board Certified in Advanced Diabetes Management for over 20 years. She is an Associate Clinical Professor at UCSF, a working educator, and a nationally recognized diabetes expert. She has a Master’s Degree in Public Health from UCLA, with a focus on behavioral health and education.
All hours earned count toward your CDCES Accreditation Information
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Question of the Week | Euglycemic ketosis – How to best detect?
According to recent research by the ADA/EASD, about 10% of people admitted to the hospital in diabetes crisis have euglycemic diabetes ketoacidosis.
Since blood sugars are at normal levels or only slightly elevated, which of the following lab tests most accurately evaluate for euglycemic ketosis?
- Blood pH and arterial glucose.
- Beta-hydroxybutyrate and bicarbonate levels.
- Urine ketones and urine glucose.
- Anion gap and glucose level measured in mmol/L.
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Hyperglycemic Crises, DKA & HHS Standards
Airs live on December 12th, 2023, at 11:30 am PT
Topics:
- Discuss the common causes of hyperglycemic crises.
- List the differences & similarities between DKA and HHS and treatment strategies.
- Describe the causes & treatment of hyperglycemic crises.
This course discusses common causes of hyperglycemia crises. Topics include hyperglycemia secondary to medications & insulin deprivation. The differences & similarities between Diabetes Ketoacidosis and hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic Syndrome are also covered. Treatment strategies for all situations are included.
Can’t make it live? No worries. We will send post the recorded version to the Online University within 24 hours of the broadcast
Instructor: Beverly Thomassian RN, MPH, CDCES, has been Board Certified in Advanced Diabetes Management for over 20 years. She is an Associate Clinical Professor at UCSF, a working educator, and a nationally recognized diabetes expert. She has a Master’s Degree in Public Health from UCLA, with a focus on behavioral health and education.
All hours earned count toward your CDCES Accreditation Information
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The use of DES products does not guarantee the successful passage of the CDCES exam. CBDCE does not endorse any preparatory or review materials for the CDCES exam, except for those published by CBDCE.
Question of the Week | How much does Diabetes Cost the U.S?
According to the recently published ADA report on the 2022 Economic Costs of Diabetes in the U.S., which of the following statements is most accurate?
- 25% of health care dollars are spent on caring for people with diabetes.
- Although diabetes prevalence remains stable, the direct medical costs attributed to diabetes increased by 7% between 2017 and 2022.
- The cost burden of diabetes is disproportionately borne by vulnerable and underserved communities.
- After adjusting for inflation, the total cost of insulin and other diabetes medications increased by 26% from 2017 to 2022.
- All of the above
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National Diabetes Month
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November kicks off National Diabetes Month, a time to recognize that over 11% of Americans are living with diabetes and over 35% have prediabetes. Since diabetes results from a combination of genetics plus environment, there is a recognition that social determinants of health play a pivotal role in the development of diabetes and its complications. Through advocacy and education, we can inform individuals on best care for diabetes and support them in taking action to improve the health of their communities to prevent future diabetes. We have put together a list of FREE diabetes resources in English and Spanish to share with people living with prediabetes and diabetes. Thank you for your advocacy and belief that we can make a difference. Coach Beverly
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